Compton Bay Fossil Walks
Various dates through the summer holidays. Join Wight Coast Fossils at Compton Bay and travel back in time 130 million years to the Cretaceous period as you discover the fossils of the Compton coast.
- Booking essential
On an hour long walk, your guide will use the fossils and clues in the rocks to build a picture of the dramatic changes the Island has undergone before finishing with the indisputable evidence that dinosaurs once roamed across the Island – the famous Hanover Point dinosaur footprints.
There's a chance to find your own piece of our prehistoric past too, from fossilised bone, teeth and wood.
Please note children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the tour.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £5.00 |
| Child | £3.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call info@wightcoastfossils.co.uk
- Suitability
Suitable for the whole family
- Meeting point
Meet at Compton Bay Car Park by the Wight Coast Fossils Meeting Point Sign.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear clothing suitable for the weather on the day. Compton can be quite exposed and you may wish to bring warm clothing and waterproof shoes or boots, or sun cream and a hat.
- Accessibility
Please note that Compton beach is accessible by a set of steep wooden steps.
- Other
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the tour. There is parking in the National Trust car park (chargeable for non members).
Upcoming events
Guided Rockpool Safaris
Join marine biologists Theo Vickers and Laura McConnell in discovering the amazing marine life of the Isle of Wight’s coast through their new guided rockpool safaris!